1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB4 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 117 L |